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Originally Posted by mookiemookie

How many more would we have with college being affordable to a wider swath of society? And would the increased tax revenues on the overall higher incomes not pay for the investment?

You're talking about something else entirely. I like the idea of college costs being more affordable. That certainly would have helped me get my initial BS degree, with more sleep. But that's not anything the government, through taxpayers should be making possible.

I don't see everyone who wants to be a surgeon, actually qualified or capable of becoming surgeons. So the answer is a definite no.

Those with the drive, and committment have always proven to find a way. I did. There's plenty of scholarships, private grants, and student loan mechanisms to make it possible. And those who plan ahead actually save money to offset some of the costs. I guess, it's just how you prioritize your life and take responsibility for your own education. Society does not benefit by overloading the University system with every bonehead who has a pipe dream. Space is limited, and I prefer those with drive, ability, and commitment to be in those seats.

And yet we still need ditch diggers, and janitors.

If someone's grades or drive keep them out of college, so be it. But ability to pay should not.

Then go to a lower cost community college first and then transfer, take out a loan, apply for scholarships, save up, etc.

If you are committed, you will make it happen. Costs aren't going to stop a driven, responsible, and dedicated person from obtaining a Bachelors degree from an accredited University.